PHENCYCLIDINE (PCP)
Slang or Street Names: Juice, Rocket Fuel, Angel Dust, Ozone
History: Phencyclidine was developed in the 1950's for use as an intravenous anesthetic for humans, until it was banned in 1965.
Identification: Phencyclidine is a white crystalline powder that can is snorted, smoked or swallowed. PCP can be packaged in capsules and taken orally, or disolved in a liquid and sprayed on tobacco, marijuana or parsley leaves for smoking.
Effects: The effects of Phencyclidine use include agitation, delusions, vomiting, loss of balance, drooling, irrational behavior, increased respiratory rate, blood pressure and pulse, as well as illusions and hallucinations.
If you have any information concerning illegal drug activity or have any questions, please contact the Bloomsburg Police Department at 570-784-4155 ext.114.
